Retirement Calculator

Project your retirement savings and estimated monthly income — and see how reducing high-interest debt could supercharge your nest egg.

Your Details

Enter your current age and target retirement age

Combined 401(k), IRA, and other retirement accounts

2026 limits: 401(k) $23,000/yr · IRA $7,000/yr

The S&P 500 has averaged ~10% historically; 7% accounts for inflation

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Your Projection

Projected savings at age 65

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in 0 years

Est. Monthly Income
$0/mo
Total Contributions
$0
Investment Growth
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Annual Return Rate
7%

Contributions vs. Investment Growth

Your contributions (0%)Market growth (100%)

Monthly income estimate uses the 4% safe withdrawal rule — a widely accepted retirement planning guideline.

✅ Excellent Credit — You're Already Ahead

With excellent credit you're already paying minimal interest on debt, which maximizes the money available for retirement. Keep contributing consistently — compounding does the rest.

Understanding Your Retirement

The Power of Compounding

Starting earlier matters more than contributing more later. Money invested at 35 has 30 years to compound; money invested at 50 has only 15. Even small early contributions create outsized results at retirement.

The 4% Rule

The estimated monthly income shown uses the 4% safe withdrawal rate — a guideline suggesting you can withdraw 4% of your savings annually without depleting your nest egg over a 30-year retirement.

Credit Score & Debt

High-interest debt is the silent retirement killer. Every extra dollar paid in loan interest is a dollar that can't compound in your retirement account. Improving your credit score or consolidating debt directly increases the money available to invest.

2026 Contribution Limits

Max out tax-advantaged accounts first: 401(k) up to $23,000/year ($30,500 if 50+), IRA up to $7,000/year ($8,000 if 50+). Employer 401(k) matches are free money — always contribute at least enough to capture the full match.

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